1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
Model | 33 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |